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Posted 09 August, 2026

Clinical Administration Support (Casual)

New Zealand Government
Nelson, NSN, NZ Full Time
Reference: d8208d2ac7fa7e7f

Job Description

About the Role As a Casual Clinical Administration Support, you will provide administrative support to our consultants and clinical teams. The casual pool is made up of administrators and secretaries who work on assignments of varying lengths. They train with the staff member who's leaving, and continue in the role until a permanent replacement is appointed. This can take several weeks, or even several months, while we find the right fit for the role. A typing speed of 50 words per minute is essential. Dictaphone experience and medical terminology would be advantageous but not essential. Our preferred applicants will be required to undertake a computer skills assessment. As this is a casual position, hours are offered on an as-required basis to cover staff leave and vacancies across the hospital. Shifts may be rostered between 7.00am and 5.00pm, Monday to Sunday, depending on service requirements. Noon-call is required. Please view the position description for further information. About the Team/Service/ Location If you have what it takes to thrive in a variety of casual assignments, we can offer: A supportive and welcoming team environment; Flexible work that fits around your availability and lifestyle; Opportunities to develop new skills and broaden your administrative experience; Exposure to a range of hospital departments and specialties; The chance to work alongside dedicated healthcare professionals making a difference in our community. For more information on living and working in Nelson click here About you As a Casual Clinical Administration Support, you will: Respect the importance of maintaining patient confidentiality; Demonstrate the ability to manage a busy and varied workload; Be positive, adaptable, and possess excellent interpersonal skills; Provide a consistently high standard of customer service; Have strong computer skills, with a typing speed of at least 50 words per minute. The successful candidate must be eligible to work in New Zealand or hold a valid NZ visa at the time of applying. Working at Health New Zealand Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities. #J-18808-Ljbffr

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